Chileans weigh a new constitution
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Condola Rashad Talks Joan Of Arc On Broadway
Condola Rashad stars in St. Joan on Broadway and tells NPR's Scott Simon that Joan of Arc will always be fascinating as a woman who did what she believed and led thousands of soldiers to victory.
The Dangers Of Journalism In Afghanistan
NPR's Scott Simon asks Afghan journalist Bilal Sarwary about the challenges, often deadly, of reporting in Afghanistan. Several journalists were killed this past week.
How To Make Movies 'Like Brothers'
NPR's Scott Simon asks brothers Mark and Jay Duplass about working together as filmmakers and about their new book, Like Brothers.
Zora Neale Hurston's 'Barracoon' Gets Published, More Than 60 Years Later
Harlem Renaissance star Zora Neale Hurston is the author of a book only now being published. It's called Barracoon and it spent more than 60 years accessible only to academics.
Exploring 'The Heritage' Of Black Athletes
In his book The Heritage, Howard Bryant makes the case that black athletes carry a heritage of activism and tells NPR's Scott Simon why some fans have a hard time with that.
Trump Administration Talks Trade With China
The U.S. sent a delegation of economic advisers to China in an attempt to avert trade war. NPR's Scott Simon asks economist Philip Levy of Northwestern University about the complex negotiations.
Alabama Newspaper Reckons With Its Past
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Bro Krift of the Montgomery Advertiser about its editorial board's recent apology to its readers for the newspaper's past coverage of lynchings.
Explaining The Possible Changes To Public Housing
People who receive federal housing subsidies might be required to pay more of their rent. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Tracy Jones of Atlanta's Housing Authority for her reaction.
Saturday Sports: LeBron, Golden State Warriors And Condoleezza Rice
ESPN's Howard Bryant joins Scott Simon to talk about the biggest sports stories of the week.
Pompeo Takes Over At State
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spent his first full day on the job at a NATO meeting in Brussels. Over the weekend, he heads to Saudi Arabia and Israel.
North Korea's Pledges Are Easier Said Than Done
The leaders of North and South Korea met for a historic summit Friday. NPR's Scott Simon discusses the meeting with Frank Aum, a North Korea expert with the United States Institute of Peace.